Financial Planner & Analyst Manager

Precision Castparts is seeking a Financial Planner & Analyst Manager in Janesville, WI. This role involves leading financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis for the RathGibson group, coordinating across teams, and managing variance analysis. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and at least five years of experience in a multi-site public company. The position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to manage projects and teams.
Summary

Reporting directly to the Controller, the Financial Planner & Analyst will play a key role in leading the forecasting, budgeting, reporting and analysis of financial and operational results for the RathGibson group.

Essential Functions
• Develop and lead the forecasting and budgeting process for the RathGibson Group including coordination with Commercial, Operations, and Finance teams.
• Responsible for weekly, monthly and quarterly variance analysis as well as providing recommendations to management for improvements in P&L, operating working capital and cash flow.
• Manage weekly P&L meeting and forecast update process driving continuous improvement.
• Provide required forecasting and business impacts on inventory management as it relates to working capital, LIFO, LCM, and FCA analysis.
• Develop and implement improved processes and controls within finance as it relates to the financial planning & analysis role.
• Lead Kaizen events, identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
• Manage special finance projects and other duties as assigned by the Controller.
• Supervise the Cost Accountant position.
• Performs all aspects of the position according to the PCC Code of Conduct and SOX guidelines.

Education and Experience
• Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred
• A minimum of five (5) years experience within a muti-site, US public company environment.

Competencies
• Good working knowledge of all MS Office applications and internet applications.
• High level of self-motivation to perform and succeed.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and use own initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work effectively.
• Understanding of Financial Accounting Standards (FAS).
• Experience with financial management systems such as Hyperion and Great Plains.
• Ability to work under pressure and deadlines.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Able to work out/with normal office hours as business requires.
• Ability to travel within the US
• Ability to influence without direct authority